Buzz Aldrin

The Calumet Astronomical Society will host an open house at the Thomas Conway Observatory, 191st Avenue and Chase Street in Lowell, from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, July 25. The evening moon provides an excellent opportunity to view its geological features for this "Moon on Display" event. In July 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first men to land on the moon, touching down in the Sea of Tranquillity. Members of the society will have their telescopes set up to give visitors an "up close and personal" view of this landing site. Also featured on this evening will be Saturn. Guests will be able to take a peek at this planet's magnificent rings through...

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